IonQ enters MOU with Quantum-AI Technology to collaborate in Japan

IonQ (IONQ) announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Global Research and Development Center for Business by Quantum-AI Technology, a division of one of the largest public research organizations in Japan, the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology’s. This memorandum facilitates cooperation between IonQ and G-QuAT intended to advance quantum computing technologies in Japan. G-QuAT is AIST’s initiative focused on developing advanced hybrid-quantum computing technologies with artificial intelligence, and aims to advance quantum research and development, accelerate real-world use cases and build a global quantum business ecosystem. The intent of this MOU is for G-QuAT and IonQ to work together to facilitate G-QuAT prospectively obtaining access to IonQ Forte-class quantum computers through the IonQ Cloud that supports collaborative research, development, and innovation. This MOU reflects both companies’ shared vision to accelerate the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Japan’s research and technology industries.